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Fresh Start Account Features

Fresh Start Accounts

A Fresh Start Basic or Fresh Start Checking account is a great place to start your journey, offering all the conveniences of a checking account, yet designed with the appropriate safeguards in place to help promote sound financial management. An AmeriCU representative will connect you with the Fresh Start account level that is right for you!

Both Fresh Start Accounts feature:

  • An AmeriCU Visa Debit Card
  • Online & Mobile Banking
  • ATM and AmeriCU ITM Access
  • Overdraft Coverage (when connected to your Savings)
  • Voice Banking over-the-phone
  • Money Management tools
  • and more!
Fresh Start Account Safeguards

 

We’ll also go over any of the safeguards you may experience as part of the Fresh Start process, such as:

  • Low monthly maintenance fees,
  • Debit card transaction limits,
  • ATM withdrawal limits,
  • Restricted access to specific eServices,
  • No Courtesy Pay coverage.

Once you’ve established healthy financial habits over the course of one calendar year and haven’t experienced any insufficient funds or fees for any returned transactions, you’re eligible to graduate to the next level of AmeriCU’s official Checking Accounts!

Interested in learning more? Click ‘Let’s Connect’ in the bottom right-hand corner to get a Fresh Start with an AmeriCU representative now. Or, visit any AmeriCU location to get started*.

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Financial Counseling

Financial Counseling

Available online and in-person, connect one-on-one with our certified credit union financial counselors can provide you with personalized guidance. We can help you:

  • Review your credit report;
  • Learn ways to budget;
  • Navigate financial hardships;
  • Set long-term goals;

KEEP TRACK OF YOUR SCORE

It’s easy and free for you to check your credit score and monitor your credit report, right in AmeriCU’s Online + Mobile Banking!

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Savings Accounts

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Wellness & Education

We offer online courses on a variety of topics. Or, join us in-person for free financial presentations.

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Financial Calculators

These tools can help you determine your financial behavior and help you find opportunities for improvement.

Let's Connect

Questions? Click the ‘Let’s Connect’ button in the bottom right-hand corner to get started!


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*Fees and restrictions apply. For more information and eligibility requirements, visit your local Financial Center today.

**Rates are determined by creditworthiness and other factors at time of application. The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) for purchases and balance transfers is 15.90%. Minimum interest charge is $0.50. Foreign Transaction Fee (Finance Charge) is 1% of transaction amount. Cash Advance Fee $10.00 or 3% of the amount of each cash advance, whichever is greater.

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